As we grow older, an increasing number of senescent cells accumulate in our bodies. These are cells that no longer divide, but secrete substances that cause an inflammatory response. These

Researchers have developed a ground-breaking method that can reverse some age-related changes in cells. They do this by stimulating so-called DNA gaps in the nucleus of cells. DNA gaps are

In October 2026, an important congress on healthy ageing will take place in Hong Kong. The event is being organised by the Asia-Pacific Longevity Medicine Society (APLMS) and the Kitalys Institute.

Men and women differ in how they age and respond to treatments that slow down ageing. Research on mice shows that the same substances are not equally effective in both sexes.

Psilocybin is a substance that occurs in certain mushrooms and is best known for its mind-altering effects. Recently, a scientist has been investigating whether regular use of psilocybin might have an effect on

New research shows that antiretroviral drugs can lower biological age. These medications, originally developed for the treatment of HIV, block the copying process of so-called retrotransposons. Retrotransposons are

Researchers discovered that our genes have a much greater influence on how old we live to be than was previously assumed. Until now, scientists assumed that mainly our living environment and

Scientists are conducting new research into medicines and techniques that can slow down ageing and improve health. An example is rapamycin, a drug that helps cells

As we get older, our immune system changes and becomes less effective at fighting infections. This is linked to a decrease in the production of new immune cells. Also

New research shows that a combination of two substances can reduce the effects of old age on muscles and bones. Scientists studied the effects of nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) and apigenin in

The ageing of the heart is an important subject in the search for better health in later life. Researchers are studying a new form of programmed cell death, called PANoptosis, which

Scientists from Rubedo Life Sciences have announced the first positive results of a new anti-skin-ageing drug. This drug, RLS-1496, works by clearing out senescent cells

Researchers have discovered a promising development that could potentially make CAR T-cell therapy more effective in the treatment of solid tumours. CAR T-cell therapy is an innovative treatment in which the patient's immune cells are

Pulmonary fibrosis is a serious condition in which scar tissue in the lungs makes breathing increasingly difficult. This disease occurs mainly in the elderly and often progresses slowly but irreversibly. Research shows

As we age, harmful cells build up in our bodies. These cells stop dividing, but do not die. As a result, they accumulate in tissues and cause

Researchers have discovered a link between a growth hormone substance, FGF21, and the slowing down of wear and tear on the intervertebral discs. This wear and tear, also known as intervertebral disc degeneration, is a major cause of

As we age, our bodies change, including how our adipose tissue functions. Scientists discovered that an enzyme, Pck1, plays an important role in keeping fat cells healthy. This

Research shows that people who experience a severe infection are more likely to develop dementia later on. This is because such an infection places a prolonged burden on the body and causes inflammation

Researchers are investigating how changes in bacteria in our gut affect the development of brain diseases that become more common with age. The composition of these gut bacteria changes as we

Various studies show that people who exercise regularly have a significantly lower risk of dying prematurely than those who are inactive. As we grow older, it sometimes

Rapamycin is a medicine that has been used for quite some time to suppress the immune system, for example after organ transplants. In recent years it has also been receiving attention because of potential benefits in

New research shows that blood from younger individuals can have a beneficial effect on the brain and potentially slows down the development of Alzheimer's. In experiments with mice, blood led

Our bodies are made up of countless cells that are constantly active. Recent research shows that as cells age, they not only wear out, but also actively change their interiors. A

A new study among more than 3,800 older Americans shows that the shingles vaccine may offer more benefits than just protection against the painful rash. The participants who